systematic review

The Problematic Relationship Between Youth Anxiety and Later Alcohol Use

Scientific article

Researchers have continuously debated the link between anxiety and alcohol use. However, despite the previous examination of the direction and strength of the association, the form of the relationship remains unclear. A recent systematic...

Benefits and Harms of Medical Cannabis: A Scoping Review of Systematic Reviews

Scientific article

10 December 2019

Abstract Background There has been increased interest in the role of cannabis for treating medical conditions. The availability of different cannabis-based products can make the side effects of exposure unpredictable. We sought to conduct a...

Cannabis Use during Methadone Maintenance Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Scientific article

19 November 2019

Abstract Background: Rates of cannabis use among patients receiving methadone maintenance therapy are high, and cannabis use may be associated with outcomes of methadone maintenance therapy. We examined the effect of cannabis use on opioid...

Implementation Science and Stigma Reduction Interventions in Low- and Middle-Income Countries

Scientific article

15 February 2019

Abstract Background Interventions to alleviate stigma are demonstrating effectiveness across a range of conditions, though few move beyond the pilot phase, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Implementation science...

Drinking in Later Life: A Systematic Review and Thematic Synthesis of Qualitative Studies Exploring Older People’s Perceptions and Experiences

Scientific article

12 April 2018

Abstract Background Alcohol presents risks to the health of older adults at levels that may have been ‘safer’ earlier in life. Moderate drinking is associated with some health benefits, and can play a positive role in older people’s social...

Responding to the Health Needs of Survivors of Human Trafficking: A Systematic Review

Scientific article

29 July 2016

Abstract Background Despite the multiple physical and psychological health consequences associated with human trafficking, there is little evidence-based guidance available for health providers on assessing and meeting the health needs of...

Epidemiology of Substance Use among Forced Migrants: A Global Systematic Review

Scientific article

13 July 2016

Abstract Introduction Forced migration is occurring at unprecedented levels. Forced migrants may be at risk for substance use for reasons including coping with traumatic experiences, co-morbid mental health disorders, acculturation...

Interventions to Reduce the Negative Effects of Alcohol Consumption in Older Adults: A Systematic Review

Scientific article

1 March 2018

Abstract Background Older individuals are consuming alcohol more frequently yet there is limited evidence on the effectiveness of current interventions. This systematic review aims to investigate interventions that target alcohol use in...

Sex‐Specific Associations between Alcohol Consumption and Incidence of Hypertension

Scientific article

27 June 2018

Abstract Background: Although it is well established that heavy alcohol consumption increases the risk of hypertension, the risk associated with low levels of alcohol intake in men and women is unclear. Methods and Results: We searched...

Exploring the Factors Affecting the Implementation of Tobacco and Substance Use Interventions within a Secondary School Setting

Scientific article

14 November 2017

Abstract Background The aim of this mixed-methods, systematic literature review was to develop an understanding of the factors affecting the implementation of tobacco and substance use intervention programmes in the secondary school setting...